title: The clinical evaluation of heat-treated composite resin inlays.
abstract: Laboratory research indicates the physical properties of composite resin used for posterior restorations can be significantly increased if a secondary dry heat treatment of the material was accomplished. This study investigated the clinical performance of a heat-treated composite resin inlay, using both the direct and indirect methods of clinical evaluation. Contrary to laboratory results, no significant differences in wear could be measured between conventional light-cured inlays and those with secondary dry heat treatment. Other clinical advantages of the heat-treated inlays were observed.
authors.affiliation: Department of Restorative Dentistry and Endodontology, School of Dental Medicine, University of Connecticut Health Center, Farmington 06032.
authors.forename: S L
authors.initials: SL
authors.lastname: Wendt
authors.forename: K F
authors.initials: KF
authors.lastname: Leinfelder
mesh_terms: D000704:Analysis of Variance; D001641:Bicuspid; D003188:Composite Resins; D003799:Dental Stress Analysis; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006358:Hot Temperature; D006801:Humans; D007284:Inlays; D008027:Light; D008963:Molar; D013499:Surface Properties; D014520:Urethane
chemical_list: D003188:Composite Resins; C056413:Occlusin; D014520:Urethane